Meaning of the word "waste away" in English
What does "waste away" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
waste away
US /weɪst əˈweɪ/
UK /weɪst əˈweɪ/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to gradually become thinner and weaker, often due to illness or lack of food
Example:
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After a long illness, he began to waste away.
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Without proper nutrition, the child will continue to waste away.
2.
to spend time or resources idly or unproductively
Example:
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He spent his youth wasting away in front of the television.
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Don't just sit there and waste away; find something productive to do.
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